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DF05 EVD

2005 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

100,463 mi
Last recorded100,463 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2018
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF05 EVD
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2018 100,463 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Sep 2017 95,253 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2017 95,253 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 29 Sep 2016 88,829 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 81,332 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 76,192 miles

EML on

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 13 Aug 2014 76,192 miles

EML on

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Aug 2013 68,691 miles

Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 17 Aug 2013 68,605 miles

Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Aug 2012 58,362 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 16 Aug 2012 58,362 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Sep 2011 46,716 miles

brake fluid level low

Pass 11 Sep 2010 37,119 miles

Both rear tyre outer sidewalls starting to perish.

Pass 9 Sep 2009 26,001 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 13,754 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Focus?

Based on 28,316,889 MOT tests across 2,072,617 vehicles.

73.8%
Pass Rate
6,500
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
2,072,617
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,055,468
Stop lamp not working 415,965
Brake pipe excessively corroded 379,900
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 375,019
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 359,770
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DF05 EVD is a 2005 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2005 Ford Focus models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 74,404 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Focus fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,055,468 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DF05 EVD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Focus typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 21 years old, this Ford Focus is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DF05 EVD registered?

DF05 EVD is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 29 July 2005.

Is DF05 EVD safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF05 EVD shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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